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WHAT’S ON
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Charity
ONLINE St Margaret’s Hospice
Care Weekly Prize Draw The draw takes place every Friday (advance notice given if the draw day changes) and each chance costs just £1. All of the profits raised from the hospice draw provide vital funding to help St Margaret’s support patients and families facing the challenge of a life-limiting illness. For further information, please visit www. st-margarets-hospice.org.uk/ weekly-prize-draw.
LANGPORT Volunteers
required! Langport Red Cross Shop urgently needs new volunteers to help out. It need not be a huge commitment – most volunteer between once a month and twice a week – and working hours are very flexible. Open every morning (except Sunday) from 10.00am to 12.00 noon. Do pop in one morning and give it the once-over. For more information, contact Chris Cox, group leader, on 01458 273085, 07963 689699 or cox. cj@btinternet.com.
DORSET Inspire a child to
read! Local charity Dorset Reading Partners is recruiting volunteers to deliver vital literacy support to children in primary schools across the area. The charity has been supplying primary schools with trained literacy volunteers for fifteen years. Volunteers will be provided with full training, a DBS check, resources and ongoing support from the charity’s friendly team. If interested and can spare two hours a week over a school year, contact Juliet on 01305 458515 or visit dorsetreadingpartners.org.uk.
SHERBORNE Volunteer
drivers required! Sherborne Voluntary Ambulance (SVA) provides transport for older local residents to take them on regular shopping trips, on day excursions, and to attend regular local events such as the RVS lunch club sessions. All drivers are volunteers. The chairman of the SVA board of trustees is a local doctor who is passionate about using the ambulance, aka the Red Bus, to encourage older people, still fearful of leaving their homes, to get out and enjoy themselves! If interested and have a few hours to spare each week, please contact John Miller on 01935 873784 or at denis70john@sky.com. Clean licence and D1 category required. For more information, see the SVA Facebook page.
YEOVIL Ukraine SIAB Appeal
Somerset-based charity, School in a Bag (SIAB), has launched an appeal to get SchoolBags to children who are having to flee their home country of Ukraine. SIAB works with two existing charity partners, the Chernobyl Children’s Lifeline Charity and Te Aud Romania, at the forefront of the Ukrainian crisis. Through direct links with these charities, SIAB knows exactly where the SchoolBags will go and what will be required over the coming weeks/months. To donate directly or to set up a fundraiser to help raise even more, go to www.schoolinabag. org/campaign/ukraine-crisisappeal. For more information, please contact Zoë Fox on 01935 849160 or zoe.fox@ schoolinabag.org.
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Yeovil Hospital Charity
Appeal The original target of £2 million has been reached but the charity now has to find another £500,000 for this desperately needed new Breast Cancer Unit. The total so far is £2,107,523. So please keep supporting the appeal for unwanted/broken jewellery and watches. To donate to the appeal or if interested in arranging a talk to find out what the charity does with the jewellery, please call Maggie (appeal committee member) on 01963 250108.
Coffee Morning
COMPTON DUNDON Every
first Wednesday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Compton Dundon Meadway Hall Meeting Room, there is a coffee morning. Coffee, tea, cakes and chat for everyone! LONG SUTTON On Saturday 4 June from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Holy Trinity Church, there is a coffee morning in aid of Brain Tumour Research. Coffee and refreshments. Cake and produce stall. All welcome.
MARTOCK Every last Friday
from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Martock Parish Hall, there is a coffee morning. Coffee and homemade cakes. Everyone welcome!
QUEEN CAMEL Every second
Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Memorial Hall is the Village Cafe. Enjoy good coffee, tea and cake. Book and jigsaw exchange. It’s an opportunity to meet friends and make new ones.
SHERBORNE Every Thursday
from 10.00am to 11.30am at Cheap Street Church Hall is Coffee Time. Everyone welcome.
SOUTH PETHERTON Every
last Wednesday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at The David Hall, there is a coffee morning. Pop in for a cuppa and a chat. Look around the book and bric-a-brac stalls and, more often than not, listen to some live music. Free entry. A ‘Support the Hall’ event.
WEST CAMEL Every Thursday
from 9.15am to 11.15am at The Davis Hall, there is a coffee morning. There will be the usual tea, coffee and cake. Bread and cakes from The Bakery A303 are on sale, also charity cards and sometimes plants and local produce, plus post office facilities. Free entry. WINCANTON On Saturday 11 June from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at St Peter and St Paul Parish Church, there is a coffee morning. Cakes, books and raffle. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 01963 824503.
YEOVIL Every Thursday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Yeovil Baptist Church, there is a coffee morning. At ‘Jacob’s Well’, hot and cold drinks are served, along with a delicious array of home-made cakes, scones and other goodies. Outdoor seating area available. Entry free. A warm welcome guaranteed!
Fair
CREWKERNE On Sunday 12 June from 10.00am until 3.00pm at Lower Severalls Nursery, the Hardy Plant Society Somerset Group is holding its Summer Plant Fair. Admission £4, Hardy Plant Society and RHS members £3.50. Visitors can purchase a wide range of plants from specialist growers and independent nurseries from across the South West. For more information, visit www. somersethps.com. SHEPTON MALLET From Friday 10 to Sunday 12 June at the Royal Bath & West Showground is the Antiques and Collectors Fair. Opening times: Friday 12.00 noon to 5.00pm £10 (Friday ticket allows entry Saturday and Sunday), Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm £5, Sunday 10.0am to 4.00pm £5. For more information, call 01636 702326 or visit www.iacf. co.uk.
YEOVIL On Saturday 28 May from 11.00am to 3.00pm at the Yeovil Hospice, Little Tarrat Lane, is St Margaret’s Hospice Care’s Yeovil Summer Fete. This year’s event will be packed with fun activities for the whole family to enjoy, including a barbecue, tea room, a variety of stalls, tombola, raffle, and entertainment throughout the day, plus a children’s play area. Entry £2.50, under 14s free. Free parking available in Aldon Fields with a minibus service to and from the hospice, if needed. For more information, visit www.st-margarets-hospice.org.uk/ summer-fete.
Festival
CHILTHORNE DOMER From Friday 10 to Sunday 12 June at Home Farm is the charity music festival, Home Farm Fest – Home Farm’s biggest annual fundraiser, so far raising nearly half a million pounds for its charity, School in a Bag! It has eight stages, 150+ bands, five bars, world food, silent discos, funfair, market area, village green, rural crafts, talks, workshops, wellness area, wild play, children’s area, tea and cake tent, plus camping/caravan/camper van areas. It’s a great family festival, perfect for first timers and festival pros alike! For ticket prices and full details, visit www.homefarmfest.co.uk. SHEPTON MALLET From Thursday 2 to Saturday 4 June at the Bath & West showground sees the return of The Royal Bath & West Show – a celebration of great British agriculture, entertainment, and food and drink. For more information and to book tickets, visit www.bathandwest.com. SOMERTON On Saturday 9 July from 11.25am to 11.30pm at Somerton Recreation Ground is the Somerstock Music Festival. Somerstock, Somerton’s own one-day family friendly music festival, is headlined by The Hoosiers, with ten more amazing bands performing across two outdoor stages. Somerstock has something to suit all ages and tastes. There will be bars and food, kids’ zone, family entertainment, silent disco, stalls, parking and camping. Gates open 11.00am. See website for the full band line-up. Tickets on sale at www.somerstock. co.uk/tickets or from Rocket 68 in Somerton.
SOUTH PETHERTON On Saturday 28 June from 10.00am to 6.30pm at South Petherton, it’s the Petherton Folk Fest. After two years with no Petherton Folk Fest (due to Covid), this family day of fun and entertainment returns this year – and it is totally free! Folk musicians will perform in Market Square, The David Hall, The Brewer’s Arms, The Blake Hall and in St Peter and St Paul’s Church and its grounds. There will also be stalls and other attractions in and around Market Square. The day will start at 10.00am with a parade by Morris dancers into the Square, where there will be music and dancing all day until 6.30pm. For more information, visit www.pethertonfolkfest.org.uk. WELLS From Friday 17 to Sunday 19 June from 9.30am to 5.30pm at The Bishop’s Palace, it is the ever-popular Garden Festival. There will be guided tours, live music, expert speakers, delicious food, skills, crafts and a number of stalls, including some fabulous nurseries selling unusual and popular plants. Tickets £13.50, student £10, child (5-17) £6.50, members and under 5s free. Buy tickets on site or online. For more information, visit www.bishopspalace.org.uk or call 01749 988111.
Food
CREWKERNE Every Friday at 1.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, it is the Chef’s Special Roast Lunch. Fruit juice on arrival, roast lunch followed by dessert, with tea or coffee to finish. Members £9.50, non-members £11. Lunch served at 1.00pm, bar open from 12.30pm. A takeaway box is available at £7.50. Booking essential by 10.30am. To book, phone 01460 74340. Every third Saturday from 9.30am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre, the yummy Henhayes Big Breakfast is served! Last orders at 11.30am. Breakfasts start from £5. Full breakfast menu and vegetarian options are available, with vegan options on request. The big breakfast coincides with the tabletop sale. Every weekday (except Thursdays and Fridays) at 12.30pm at the Henhayes Centre, a two-course lunch is served. Members £7.50. Booking essential by 10.30am on the day. Lunch served from 12.30pm. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. ILMINSTER Annie’s Cakery Bakery at the Gallery Café offers full breakfasts, light lunches, teas, coffee, wonderful scones and home-made cakes. Open: Tuesday to Friday 9.30am to 3.30pm and Saturday 9.30am to 2.30pm. For more information or to book a table, call 07872 493300.
SANDFORD ORCAS Every Wednesday
to Friday from 12.00 noon at The Mitre Inn, there is a Senior Citizens two-course lunch for £12.95. Contact Allen or Cheryl on 01963 220271. www.mitreinn.co.uk. pay £5. Transport for Sherborne residents can be arranged with Sherborne Voluntary Ambulance Service. For more information, call 07502 130241.
YEOVIL From Saturday 4 June to Saturday 2 July from 12.00 noon to 3.00pm at The Emporium Cafe, there is a special, limited-edition afternoon tea, created to celebrate The Queen’s platinum jubilee. At just £18.95 a head, it is the perfect way to celebrate. Or order a takeaway to celebrate elsewhere. See website for menu. To book, call 01935 411378, email info@ theemporiumyeovil.co.uk or book online at www.theemporiumyeovil.co.uk.
Jubilee
CHARLTON ADAM From Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 June at Charlton Adam is The Charltons Platinum Jubilee Weekender. Events include: 2 June – Platinum Jubilee Coronation Launch Party from 2.00pm, 3 June – Village Day between 1.30 pm and 5.00pm and Barn Dance from 7.00pm on behalf of the Youth Club, 4 June – MegaBash with seven bands playing from early afternoon until midnight, includes Internationally and locally acclaimed artists, 5 June – Party in the Park, bring along food and enjoy a ‘Street Party’. For more information, visit www.platinumjubilee.gov. uk/event/the-charltons-platinum-jubileeweekender-2.
COMPTON DUNDON From Thursday 2 to Sunday 5 June from 10.00am to 5.00pm at St Andrews Church is The Queen Elizabeth Platinum Jubilee Flower Festival. The flower arrangements will cover all aspects of the Queen’s 70-year reign. Artwork and posies created by local schoolchildren will hang in the choir stall. Other events include a bonfire, picnic tea and a dance. Parking is on Peak Lane: disabled parking adjacent
FRI, SAT & SUN Antiques&CollectorsFair
Every Sunday from 12.00 noon at The Mitre Inn, Sunday roast is served - there are always three choices of meat along with a vegetarian and fish option. Adult £12.95, medium/OAP £11.75, child £9.50. Contact Allen or Cheryl on 01963 220271. www. mitreinn.co.uk.
SHERBORNE On Tuesday 7 and Tuesday 21 June from 11.00am to 1.30pm at The Digby Hall is the RVS Sherborne Lunch Club – a lunch club for older people! Come and enjoy a delicious two-course meal cooked by the friendly team of volunteers. An opportunity to meet up with friends and make new ones. Tea or coffee from 11.00am. Lunch is served at 12.15pm. Members
FRIDAY 10 TO SUNDAY 12 JUNE
Friday 12noon - 5pm £10 (Fri ticket allows entry Sat & Sun) Saturday 9am - 5pm £5 Sunday 10am - 4pm £5
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to the church gate. A songs of praise service at 6.30pm on the Sunday completes the festival. To sponsor an arrangement, to help out or for more information, contact Angie Castle on 01458 272371 or at ricjercas@gmail. com.
WINCANTON On Friday 3 June from 12.00 noon to 6.00pm at Greening the eARTh Gallery, there is a festival-style garden party in the eighteenthcentury walled garden. Wincanton Town Festival presents ‘Jubilee’ – a celebration of the Queen’s platinum jubilee, with a lively array of world music, art workshops, demonstrations, food and drink.
On Saturday 4 June from 10.00am to 3.00pm at St Peter and St Paul Parish Church, there is a display of ‘Jubilee Flowers’ in pedestals and vases, arranged by the ‘Flower Ladies’ of the church and various groups within the church. Refreshments available. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 01963 824503.
On Sunday 5 June at 10.45am at St Peter and St Paul Parish Church, join in the Songs of Praise to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 01963 824503.
Market
BRADFORD ABBAS Every
Tuesday from 1.00pm to 2.00pm at the Rose and Crown car park. Local suppliers including meat, veg, bakery, florist and other stalls.
CASTLE CARY Every Tuesday
from 9.00am to 2.00pm at the Market House is a weekly openair market. Food stalls: WestCountry-sourced fish, extensive range of cheeses, greengrocery and eggs, artisan bread, homemade preserves, home-made pies and pasties, cakes, freshlycooked Thai food and sauces, and Jack’s Mac and Cheese. Contact 01963 351763. www. castle-cary.co.uk/market.
CREWKERNE Every third
Saturday from 9.00am to 1.00pm outside Henhayes Centre is Crewkerne Farmers’ Market. It has a comprehensive selection of stalls, offering bread and baked goods, dairy and eggs, drinks, fish, fruit, vegetables, meat, as well as preserves and honey. For more information, visit www. somersetfarmersmarkets.co.uk.
DRAYTON Every third
Saturday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Drayton Village Hall is the monthly market. Produce includes bread, vegetables, meats, butter, cheese, cakes, preserves, honey, desserts, savouries and plants. Refreshments available. Free parking.
EAST COKER Every Friday
from 3.00pm to 4.00pm at the Recreation Ground. Local suppliers including meat, veg and bakery.
ILMINSTER Every Thursday
from 8.00am to 5.00pm at the Market House is Ilminster Town Market. There are a variety of stalls, including a barber. Regular traders sell fruit and veg, bread, cakes, fish, preserves, olives and nuts, cheese, decorative items for the home and plants. For more information, contact Ilminster Town Council on 01460 52149.
LANGPORT Every second
Saturday from 10.00am to 4.00pm in the town centre is the Langport Vintage Market. This flea market, located in the shade of the trees at the entrance to Cocklemoor Car Park, has a friendly atmosphere with a French Brocante feel. www. langportvintagemarket.co.uk. LEIGH Every Wednesday from 1.00pm to 2.00pm at Leigh Village Hall car park. Local suppliers. MARTOCK On Saturday 11 June from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Moorland’s Shopping Precinct is Martock Farmers’ Market, with stalls selling vegetables, cheese, coffee, chicken, beef, cordials, jams, bread, savouries and plants. Any enquiries, please call Fergus on 01935 822202.
MILBORNE PORT Every
Saturday from 10.00am to 1.00pm at The Square. Local suppliers including meat, veg, bakery, florist and other stalls. ODCOMBE Every Friday from 1.00pm to 2.00pm at Odcombe Village Hall car park. Local suppliers including meat, veg and bakery.
SHEPTON MALLET Every
Friday from 9.00am to 2.00pm at the Market Place is Shepton Mallet market. This historic market offers a wide range of fresh local produce, such as fruit, veg, bread, cheese, seafood and cider. For more information, visit the market’s Facebook page or call 07912 769731. SHERBORNE On Sunday 19 June from 10.00am to 3.00pm, The Sherborne Market will take place on Cheap Street, Abbey Road, Half Moon Street, Digby Road and Pageant Gardens. This hand-picked and selected artisan market features local producers and suppliers, amazing food, plus arts and crafts. For more information, follow on social media or visit www. thesherbornemarket.com.
Every Thursday from 9.00am to 11.30am at Digby Memorial Church Hall is Sherborne Country Market. Come and enjoy a range of quality products: cakes and savouries, jams and chutneys, crafts, local eggs, cheese and meat, seasonal vegetables and flowers – all home-made, home-grown or handcrafted by a cooperative of local people. Refreshments available. For more information, visit the market’s Facebook page. Every third Friday from 9.00am to 1.00pm at Cheap Street, there is a Dorset Farmers’ Market. Come and support local Dorset traders with a gorgeous selection of outdoor stalls. For more information, visit www. visit-dorset.com/food-and-drink/ farmers-markets.
Every first Saturday from 9.00am to 12.30pm at The Digby Hall, there is a monthly indoor market. Arts, crafts, food and more. Cafe. Toilets. Free entry.
SOMERTON Every Saturday
from 9.00am to 12.00 noon at The Unicorn Hotel skittle alley is the Wessex Country Market offering a wide variety of artisan produce. Home-made baked goods using locally sourced ingredients, jams, marmalades, chutney and pickle – all unique to this market. Locally sourced butter, cheese, meat and fresh vegetables in season. For more information, visit Scrumerton Facebook page or call 01458 273926.
WEST COKER Every Thursday
from 10.00am to 11.00am behind Saunders Butchers. Local suppliers. CAUNDLE MARSH On Sunday 19 June from 10.00am to 5.00pm at Glebe House, there is a fundraising day within the beautiful walled gardens. There will be displays to celebrate over 207 years since the Battle of Waterloo: model soldiers from the last 130 years representing in miniature form the royal jubilee parades, a large model of Chateau Hougoumont and the engagement fought there as a vital part of the Battle of Waterloo, and model ships by the Society of Model Shipwrights including the brig of war that brought back the despatch written by Wellington announcing his victory over Napoleon. Experts will be on hand to answer questions and to encourage all to try modelmaking. Cream teas plus other attractions. In aid of the church of St Peter and St Paul and Ukrainian refugees. SHERBORNE On Sunday 5 June from 11.30am to 3.30pm at the Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre, there is an open day. Waterwheel and steam engines running, audio visual displays and many items of local and historic interest. See how this area overcame a previous health emergency! Tea room, picnic area, toilet, free parking on road. Entry by donation (cash or card). For more information, visit www. sswc.co.uk.
Open Garden
GALHAMPTON On Saturday 18 June from 1.00pm to 5.00pm at Galhampton, come and visit the open gardens. There are 12 varied gardens, a flower festival in the church, a garden on a plate competition and a plant sale, plus cream teas in the village hall. All for just £5 per adult and including a free cream tea. Start from the village hall where tickets and a map of the gardens can be obtained. All proceeds to charity. For more information, visit www. galhampton.com or call 01963 440670.
summer in aid of St Margaret’s Hospice Care. Full details of locations, opening dates and admission prices can be found online at www.st-margaretshospice.org.uk/glorious-gardens or in the Glorious Gardens 2022 brochure available from St Margaret’s Hospice shops, selected local garden centres and tourist information centres.
Sale
CREWKERNE Every third
Saturday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre, there is a fundraising table-top sale/craft fair. £5 per table. Set up from 9.00am. To book a table, email office@ henhayescentre.org. The sale coincides with the Henhayes Big Breakfast!
HORTON CROSS On Saturday 18 June from 9.00am to 4.00pm at Jordans Courtyard, there is a pop-up sale. About 30 independent south-west businesses will be selling their wares inside and out, plus the businesses already based at Jordans. 10% of all sales on the day will be donated to Somerset Counselling Centre in Taunton. Free entry. Plenty of parking. Food and drink available from The Old Calf Shed Cafe. www. thesomersetcollective.co.uk.
ILCHESTER Every Sunday
at Ilchester Sports Field is the Ilchester Charity Car Boot Sale – raising funds for the local community. Sellers: gates open 7.30am. Buyers: no access to stalls prior to 8.30am. Car entries £1, pedestrians 50p. Dog friendly. For more information, phone 07967 280754 or visit the car boot sale’s Facebook page. OBORNE On Saturday 11 June from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at Oborne Playing Field is the Oborne Cake Sale. Refreshments and delicious cakes in a beautiful village. All money raised will go towards play equipment.
Social
evening, so come along for fun, fitness and friendship. All welcome. Only £3 per session. For more information, email Anita Wilson at anitaandjim22@ gmail.com.
BISHOP’S CAUNDLE Every
Friday at 7.00pm at Bishop’s Caundle Village Hall, come along to the Butterfly Twilight Majorette Troupe for the over 18s. Have fun getting to grips with a baton and pom-poms. Enjoy the choreography, music and routines. Improve fitness, balance, coordination, communication, confidence and self-esteem. All are supported in a friendly welcoming environment. This volunteer-run, non-profit troupe is led by an experienced majorette from the 1980s. For more information, email butterflytwilightmajorettes@ gmail.com.
BRUTON Every second
Wednesday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm at Bruton Methodist Church, there is a Sing&Smile session with the Golden-Oldies Charity. Enjoy a good old singalong to those well-loved hits of the 50s onwards? Then come along, make friends and have fun. £3 donation per session. For more information, visit www.golden-oldies.org.uk.
CASTLE CARY Every first
Thursday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at The Shambles, Market House, is the Castle Cary Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat around a large table, with the chance to ask for private space for peer support. Professional and escapist speakers. For more information, call Florence Mills on 01963 359081 or email fliss1938@icloud.com. CREWKERNE On Tuesday 7 June from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch and live entertainment for the over 55s. The lunchtime entertainment is provided by Jan McNeill, performing a variety of hits from the 50s onwards. £12.50 per person. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. On Tuesday 14 June from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch and live entertainment for the over 55s. The lunchtime entertainment is provided by Derek Boles, singing a wide range of hits from a variety of genres – a truly enjoyable performance. £12.50 per person. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. On Friday 17 June at 7.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is ‘A Midsummer Night’s Gin’ – a gin-themed fundraising event. Tickets £35.50, include three gin tasters, one cocktail, a ploughman’s style platter, and a gin talk from Dark Bear of Bridport, followed by live cabaret entertainment. Tickets available from the Henhayes Centre (01460 74340 or office@ henhayescentre.org). On Tuesday 21 June from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch and live entertainment for the over 55s. £12.50 per person. The lunchtime entertainment is provided by Darin Hadland, performing songs from classic country, alt-country, Americana, alt-rock, 50s and 60s swing, and folk. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@henhayescentre. org. On Tuesday 28 June from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a two-course set lunch and live entertainment for the over 55s. £12.50 per person. The lunchtime entertainment is provided by Michael Bryant, whose real passion for singing shows throughout his performance as he sings a mix of singalong songs, rock ‘n’ roll and country hits. To book, call 01460 74340 or email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every Monday from 11.00am to 2.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a Monday Memory Group for the over 55s who suffer from dementia or memory problems. The group is a happy, social session for up to fifteen people, providing those attending with company, comfort, and stimulation, while providing their family members and carers some often much needed respite. Sessions start from £6.50 per person with the option to add drinks and a twocourse lunch at an additional cost. To book, email office@ henhayescentre.org.
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Every Tuesday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre, come along to the Henhayes Computer Group for the over 55s. Get help with computers, tablets, and smart phones in a welcoming and social environment. £3.50 per session, includes tea/coffee and a biscuit. To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. Every Tuesday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there is a Henhayes Knitters session for the over 55s. Enjoy a knit and natter session, while raising funds for the Henhayes Centre. All abilities are welcome. To book, email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every first Tuesday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Henhayes Centre is the Crewkerne Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat in a private room. Regular speakers. For more information, email edwardcharnick@ btinternet.com.
Every Friday from 11.00am at the Henhayes Centre is the new Meet, Greet and Eat group for the over 55s. This consists of many smaller clubs, such as, the chess, bridge, scrabble, craft and book clubs, meeting each week for companionship and camaraderie, followed by a special roast lunch. £11 (members £9.50), includes club of choice and lunch. Tea/coffee and a biscuit on arrival. Two-course roast lunch, served at 1.00pm, followed by tea/coffee and a chocolate. (Lunch only can also be booked.) To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. ILMINSTER Every third Thursday from 1.00pm to 2.30pm at Monks Yard, Horton Cross, is the Ilminster Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Chat and offer peer support to each person’s needs. Professional and relaxation speakers. Lift to upstairs room. Refreshments from Monks Yard. For more information, contact Alison Birket on 01935 427825/07774 231996 or email a.birket@btinternet.com. Every second Friday from 2.00pm to 3.30pm at Ilminster Arts Centre is the Readers Group Monthly Book Club. An informal and friendly book group that meets to chat and share ideas about the latest ‘read’. £3 per session. All welcome. For more information, email jan.hopwood@ tiscali.co.uk.
Every last Friday from 2.00pm to 3.00pm at Ilminster Parish Hall, there is a Sing&Smile session with the Golden-Oldies Charity. Enjoy a good old singalong to those wellloved hits of the 50s onwards? Then come along, make friends and have fun. £3 donation per session. For more information, visit www.golden-oldies.org.uk.
KEINTON MANDEVILLE Every first
Wednesday from 11.00am to 12.30pm at Keinton Mandeville Village Hall is the Keinton Mandeville Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Carers Group, memory cafe, drop-in service with health coaches, social prescriber and exercise class. Open to carers, cared for and anyone who wants to be sociable. For more information, contact Cath on 07951 944420 or at cath. holloway@sparksomerset.org.uk. MARTOCK Every first Thursday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at the Christian Fellowship Church is the Martock Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Parking available at The George Hotel. For more information, email Jacky.reed@talktalk. net.
OBORNE On Saturday 25 June at 7.00pm, there is a barn dance. The barn is by the bus stop near the turning to Oborne on the A30 between Sherborne and Milborne Port. Tickets £12, under 16s £6. Ticket price includes a ploughman’s meal. For tickets, contact Karen on 07866 933736 or at oborneevents@gmail.com. All money raised will go towards the village hall, church and playing field.
QUEEN CAMEL Every second Thursday
from 2.00pm to 3.00pm at Cleaveside Communal Lounge, there is a Sing&Smile session with the Golden-Oldies Charity. Enjoy a good old singalong to those wellloved hits of the 50s onwards? Then come along, make friends and have fun. £3 donation per session. For more information, visit www.golden-oldies.org.uk. SHERBORNE Every Monday from 2.00pm to 3.30pm at Sherborne Library, there is a calm and relaxed shared reading session entitled ‘Feel Better with a Book’. Come along to read with others and have group discussions. Free event. Just turn up! Every third Monday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Manor Court Community Centre, Newland, is the SCARS cancer support group monthly meeting. Friendship, information and support in a caring and confidential environment for cancer sufferers and survivors, their families and friends. There is always a warm, friendly welcome and a cuppa, plus a chance to chat. For more information, call 07961 027089, email contact.scars@gmail.com or visit www. stalbridgecancerandrecoverysupport.co.uk. Every second Tuesday from 11.30am to 1.30pm at Sherborne Library, there are ‘Family and Local History’ sessions with the Somerset and Dorset Family History Society. Share stories and get help with family research – all welcome. For more information, call 01935 812683. Every Wednesday during term time from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at The Digby Hall, The Rock Choir meets up in the Wingfield Room. There’s no need to read music, no need to audition and no experience needed. Come along and have fun – everyone is welcome! Book a free taster session and give it a try. To book or to find out more, visit www.rockchoir.com or call 01252 714276.
Every Thursday during term time from 10.15am to 12.00 noon at Digby Memorial Church Hall, come and sing with the Local Vocals, a Dorset community choir. A fun and friendly harmony choir for all voices. Songs taught by ear. No auditions. Beginners welcome. For more information, visit www. localvocals.org or call Lesley on 07933 928122.
Every Thursday during term time from 1.00pm to 3.00pm at Sherborne Library, there is ‘The Scribes Writing Group’. Come along to share personal work, discuss how to improve and receive inspiration and ideas from others. For more information, call 01935 812683.
Every Thursday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm at Sherborne Library, have a free one-toone ‘Get Online with a Digital Champion’ session. Book in to get help using a computer or personal device. Booking is essential. To book, call the library directly on 01935 812683.
ArtsLink Fizz! For information about the Parkinson’s Dance, Art for Memory and Art for Parents groups/classes, contact Kate at kate@dorchesterarts.org.uk. SOMERTON Every second Thursday from 10.30am to 12.00 noon at Somerton Sports Club, come along to the Friendship Club – for a chat and a laugh. Entry 50p. Tea 20p, coffee 30p. Biscuits are free, as is a second cuppa. Prize draw and bingo. For more information, contact Mo on 07718 920198 or 01458 274631.
SOUTH PETHERTON Every Monday at 7.30pm at The David Hall, come along and sing with The Stanchester Quire – a community quire led by musical director Eddie Upton. No auditions. No need to read music, as everything is learnt by ear. All welcome. The first two weeks are free for newcomers, so why not give it a try? For more information, email Bonnie at stanchesterquire1@gmail.com or phone Phil on 07778 119663.
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is the SCARS cancer support group monthly meeting. Friendship, information and support in a caring and confidential environment for cancer sufferers and survivors, their families and friends. There is always a warm, friendly welcome and a cuppa, plus a chance to chat. For more information, call 07961 027089, email contact. scars@gmail.com or visit www. ridgecancerandrecoverysupport. co.uk.
WINCANTON Every second
Monday from 2.00pm to 3.30pm at the Balsam Centre is the Wincanton and Bruton Carers Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat around a large group table. Share laughs, ideas and experiences in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Free parking. For more information, contact Cath on 07951 944420 or at cath.holloway@ sparksomerset.org.uk. YEOVIL On Saturday 11 June from 10.00am to 3.00pm at The Quedam Shopping Centre is Indian Cultural Day – an opportunity for the Indian community to celebrate its unique culture and heritage. There will be a chance to try samples of their cuisine, and enjoy arts, activities and music. Free to attend. Enjoy this unique opportunity to share a different culture in the town centre. For more information, visit www. loveyeovil.com/events. On Saturday 25 June from 10.00am to 3.00pm at The Quedam Shopping Centre is the Polonian Cultural Day – an opportunity for the Polish community to celebrate its unique culture and heritage. There will be a chance to try samples of their cuisine, and enjoy arts, activities and music. Free to attend. Enjoy this unique opportunity to share a different culture in the town centre. For more information, visit www. loveyeovil.com/events. Every Tuesday during term time at 7.30pm at Yeovil College, Yeovil Community Choir meets in the Kingston Building. Musical Director Rosie Monaghan is enthusiastic in encouraging the best results from this small choir. Everyone is welcome – no need to read music or to have sung before, just a willingness to join in. Singing helps to reduce stress, increases energy levels and improves confidence with team working. The choir members are friendly, have a fun time and occasional social events. New members welcome at any time. For more information, visit @ yeovilcommunitychoir or call Janice on 01935 429322.
Every Tuesday during term time at 7.30pm at Yeovil College, Yeovil Community Orchestra meets in the Kingston Building. The orchestra, led by Ian Gibbins, plays a wide variety of exciting music such as West Side Story, Vaughan Williams English Folk Song Suite and a selection of movie themes. There are vacancies for musicians on all instruments and at any standard. Come along and enjoy playing in a friendly group. For more information on the orchestra, visit www. yeovilmusiccentre.com.
Every second Tuesday
from 11.00am to 12.30pm at Westlands Entertainment Venue is the Yeovil Carers Support Group’s monthly meeting for unpaid carers. Informal chat, share laughs, ideas and experiences in a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Freedom Leisure (01935 314652) runs a seated exercise/boccia/ social space at the same time, so carers can attend the group meeting whilst their ‘cared for’ enjoy an enriching and social event. Free parking. For more information, contact Carole Lade at lade7@icloud.com or Cath on 07951 944420.
Every Thursday at 2.00pm at Yeovil Golf Club, Yeovil Phoenix Bridge Club holds friendly duplicate bridge sessions, with assisted play and partners. To register an interest, email yeovilphoenix@gmail.com or call Bob Warrender on 01963 440070. www.bridgewebs.com/ yeovil. Every Friday at 1.00pm at The Gateway, Yeovil Community Church, there is a Yeovil Good Afternoon Choir session with conductor Chris Grabham. No auditions. No charge for the first rehearsal. The choir will enjoy all sorts of music – from folk songs to choral favourites. Sing for fun – everyone welcome. For more information, visit www. goodafternoonchoir.org or call 01761 472468.
Every first Friday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon at the Labour Club (opposite the bus station) is Yeovil u3a’s monthly meeting. Yeovil u3a is an organisation for the retired, with many interest groups, as well as outings and events. Admission: members free, visitors £2. Coffee/tea and biscuits £1. Parking available in The Quedam multi-storey car park. For more information, visit www.u3asites.org.uk/yeovil.
Sport
CREWKERNE Every Monday
from 2.30pm to 3.30pm at the Henhayes Centre is Pilates for the over 55s. Suitable for all abilities. To book, email office@ henhayescentre.org. Every Monday and Thursday from 9.30am to 10.30am at the Henhayes Centre is Physio Fit for the over 55s. A chair-based exercise/physio for all abilities. aimed at those suffering with mobility issues or recovering from health problems. £4 (members £3). To book, email office@henhayescentre.org. Every Monday and Thursday at the Henhayes Centre is Crewkerne Indoor Short Mat Bowls Club. Come along for a social and enjoyable afternoon or evening of gentle exercise, companionship and fun competition. Open to all ages, play in all weathers. Times: Monday from 7.00pm to 9.30pm, Thursday 2.00pm to 4.30pm. £10 annual subscription, from £3 per session. First two familiarisation sessions free. For more information, call 01460 74340 or email office@henhayescentre. org. Every Tuesday from 2.30pm to 4.00pm at the Henhayes Centre, there are Tai Chi sessions. This is gentle but potent exercise with a calm mind – relax, breathe and move. Open to all ages and abilities, including complete beginners. £7 per session. To book, email blftcsomerset@ icloud.com.
Every Thursday from 9.15am to 10.30am at the Henhayes Centre, there is a mixed ability yoga class for the over 55s. This is a friendly and relaxed class, suitable for all, including beginners or those wishing to go at a slower pace. £7.50 (members £5.50). To book, email office@henhayescentre. org. Every Friday from 9.30am to 10.30am at the Henhayes Centre, there is a Keep Fit class for the over 55s. A weekly, fun workout session to get the blood pumping and body moving! £4.50 (members £3.50). To book, email office@henhayescentre. org.
YEOVIL Every Wednesday
from 7.00pm at Westlands Sports Complex, Yeovil Table Tennis Club has social table tennis available between 7.00pm and 8.30pm for beginners and those returning to table tennis. Separate tables are available for experienced players from 7.00pm until 9.30pm. £4 per session for adults and £2 per session for juniors. Club members are free. Just turn up or email yeoviltabletennisclub@ gmail.com.
CASTLE CARY On Tuesday 14 June at 7.00pm at The Market House, Café Scientifique Somerset’s talk is ‘Exploring the diagnosis of disease through testing’. Speaker: Despina Moschou, assistant professor, Centre for Biosensors, Bioelectronics and Biodevices, Bath University. World Health Organization’s key message was ‘test, test, test’ during the COVID-19 outbreak. But is it realistic to expect healthcare systems to cope with this increasing demand for ad hoc diagnostic testing? A viable way to cope would be if everyone had access to their own individual laboratory. This talk introduces a revolutionary new technology, Lab-on-Chip. Doors open 6.30pm. For more information, contact Colleen Bower on 07375 890751 or email tcolleenbower@gmail. com.
CHETNOLE On Tuesday 31 May at 7.00pm at Chetnole Village Hall, there is a talk ‘From here to the Horizon: Landscape painting from 1500 to the present day’ by Richard Kay of Lawrences Auctioneers. Cash bar and raffle. Doors open 6.30pm. To book, call 01935 872255. All proceeds to Save the Children Ukraine appeal. COMPTON DUNDON On Saturday 11 June at 1.30pm at Compton Dundon Village Hall, the Avalon Quilters have a visiting speaker, Carolyn Forster, who will give a ‘Trunk Show’ of quilts she has made. £5 to include refreshments. For more information, call Chris Taylor on 01935 841402.
SHERBORNE On Wednesday 8 June at 7.00pm at Digby Memorial Church Hall, Roger Morgan-Grenville will be speaking at the Sherborne Literary Society meeting about his new book ‘Taking Stock: A Journey among Cows’. Members £9, non-members £10. Tickets available via the Sherborne Literary Society website or Winstone’s, Sherborne. www. sherborneliterarysociety.com. On Thursday 9 June at 7.30pm at The Digby Hall, the Sherborne and District Gardeners’ Association will host a talk ‘Gardening in the Goldilocks Period’ by Brian Hesketh. Brian will talk about the effects of climate change on gardening. Visitors welcome (£2). For more information, call Richard Newcombe on 01935 389375.
On Friday 17 June from 3.00pm to 4.00pm at Sherborne Library, there is a talk ‘A Short Stay on Santa Cruz’. Local doctors David and Sarah Arathoon spent two years in the Solomon Islands running the health service for Temotu province. David tells the story of their time there, giving insight into the country and its people. Free event. Booking is essential – visit Eventbrite online or call 01935 812683.
STURMINSTER NEWTON
On Wednesday 15 June at 3.00pm The Exchange, there is a talk ‘Thomas Hardy and His Correspondents’. Professor Angelique Richardson and Dr Steph Alder introduce the ‘Hardy Correspondents’ project, a collaboration between the University of Exeter and Dorset Museum, and look at ways in which Hardy’s letters shed light on his character, his relationships, and his political activism on behalf of the oppressed, notably his support for women’s suffrage, world peace, and animal rights. Tickets (£10) are only available from www.sturlitfest.com or Eventbrite. Part of Sturminster Newton Literary Festival 2022 (6-18 June). For information on other festival events, visit www. sturlitfest.com.
WINCANTON On Friday 10 June from 7.00pm until 9.00pm at Wincanton Memorial Hall, Major (Retd.) Simon Carew Price, formerly of the 2nd Battalion Scots Guards, will present a talk on the Falklands War, 2 April 1982-14 June 1982. Simon will look at how the war came about, details of the war from a Scots Guard’s perspective, and his experiences during the war. Entry £5 on the door. Tea and coffee available. All proceeds will be divided between Wincanton Royal British Legion (RBL) and the Scots Guards Charities. For more information, contact Steve Lee on 07551 191070 or at steve-clare1@tiscali.co.uk. On Tuesday 14 June at 11.00am at the Wincanton War Memorial, Wincanton RBL will hold a short Service of Remembrance on the 40th anniversary of the end of the Falklands War. YEOVIL On Monday 13 June at 11.00am at the Quicksilver Mail, The Probus Club of Yeovil is holding its monthly meeting. Guest speaker Brian Wright will talk about ‘West Country Witchcraft’. Lunch follows the talk. Yeovil Probus Club is a friendly group of retired/ semi-retired professional and business men who meet regularly to promote fellowship. If interested in attending or require more information, email yeovilprobus@gmail.com.
Walk
SOUTH SOMERSET Walking groups and regular organised health walks are a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, bring nature into everyday life, connect with other people and make new friends. The walks are led by a trained leader. To find out about such groups, call South Somerset District Council on 01935 462462, call Somerset Activities and Sports Partnership on 01823 653990 or view/ download the Health Walks leaflet (www.southsomerset.gov. uk/media/5354/step-out-andjoin-our-health-walks-19.pdf). www.sasp.co.uk/health-walks. WELLS Until Sunday 5 June from 9.30am to 5.30pm at The Bishop’s Palace, there is a Jubilee Tree Trail. As part of the platinum jubilee celebrations, people are being encouraged to plant a tree. In the 14 acres of RHS partnered gardens, there is a wide range of trees from the British Isles and further afield. Follow the trail and learn more about these amazing trees. Collect the Tree Trail from the ticket office on arrival. This event is included in the general admission price. For more information, visit www. bishopspalace.org.uk or call 01749 988111.
Workshop
ILMINSTER On Saturday 28 May from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a ‘Sew Along’ workshop with Paula Simpson. This workshop is tailored to individual needs to help develop sewing machine skills. Numbers limited to six to ensure personal attention. Part of a four-block series. Open to all. £25 per session. To book, contact Paula directly on 01460 419264 or at hello@ paulasimpson.co.uk. From Tuesday 14 June to Tuesday 26 July from 10.00am to 12.00 noon and from 1.00pm to 3.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there are weekly halfday ‘Watercolour’ workshops with Nicky Clarke. Suitable for all levels. £15 per session. Book directly with Nicky on 01460 281773 or at randnclarke@ hotmail.com.
From Wednesday 15 June to Wednesday 20 July from 9.45am to 12.15pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Painting in Acrylics’ workshop with Juliet Farnese. All levels welcome. £105 for six sessions. Bring along A4 sketchbook, 2B and 4B graphite pencils and acrylics, however, materials are available from the tutor. To book, email workshopbookingiac@ gmail.com or call 01460 54973. www.ilminsterartscentre.com.
From Thursday 16 June to Thursday 21 July from 10.00am to 1.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Pastels’ workshop with Linda Hampson. The theme for this series of workshops is ‘Wild and Domestic Animals’. £85 for six sessions. Linda’s classes get booked up quickly so book soon. To book, email workshopbookingiac@gmail. com or call 01460 54973. www. ilminsterartscentre.com.
From Thursday 16 June to Thursday 21 July from 1.30pm to 3.30pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Creative Painting’ workshop with Heather Ford. Explore the magic of the Middle East to create rich and colourful paintings. Use a variety of techniques, whilst working in a relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for beginners as well as the more experienced. This six-week course costs £16 per session (including all materials). For more information and to book, contact Heather on 07368 457984 or at heatheraford@ gmail.com. From Wednesday 22 June to Wednesday 3 August from 1.00pm to 3.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a weekly ‘Figure and Face’ workshop with Heather Ford. Learn to
draw both the human form as well as the detail of faces. Suitable for beginners as well as the more experienced. This six-week course costs £16 per session. For more information and to book, contact Heather on 07368 457984 or at heatheraford@gmail.com. No class on 13 July. On Friday 24 June from 10.00am to 12.30pm and from 1.15pm to 3.45pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there are half-day ‘Slow Stitch: Creative Stitch’ workshops with Paula Simpson. Learn new stitching skills at these themed sessions, in a calm atmosphere with lots of encouragement. All levels are welcome and supported. Cost £20 per session. Or stay for two sessions with a break for lunch at the Gallery Cafe. To book, contact Paula directly on 01460 419264 or at hello@paulasimpson.co.uk. Every Monday from 10.30pm to 3.00pm at Ilminster Arts Centre, there is a friendly ‘untutored’ clay group that enjoy making hand-built pottery and sculpture. Beginners are welcome and helped to start with some clay, the group tool kit, library and masses of helpful advice. £7 per session. For more information, call 01460 54973. www. ilminsterartscentre.com.
SOMERTON Every Wednesday from 10.30am to 12.30pm at The Courthouse, Market Place, is a weekly untutored life drawing session. Tea and coffee provided. Please bring along drawing materials. Limited numbers, booking essential. £12 per session. Book online at www. acearts.co.uk/workshop-and-events. STOKE-SUB-HAMDON Every Tuesday in June at 11.00am at Priory Coffee, there are seated movement workshops. Come for coffee, chat and creativity. Free but booking is essential. Direct message @lostladysociety on Facebook.
17 July 2022
The Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management Classic and Supercar Show at Sherborne Castle has become a firm fixture in the calendar of events in Sherborne, and we are delighted that after a two-year gap we are able to bring this show back to the prestigious Sherborne Castle in 2022.
Regarded as one of the premier classics and supercar shows in the south of England, the 16th show in 2019 had upwards of 2,000 cars on display, from veterans to the latest supercars. The 2019 show was also the 6th show run by Rotary as a charity fundraising event. During those six years the show grew significantly in size and had distributed in excess of £233,000 to charities located within a 30-mile radius of the show site at Sherborne Castle.
For all of us, the past two years have been a time when everything was on hold, and now we are able to look forward again, we find that the world has changed. But our show has a history of reinventing itself, and we are delighted to announce our new organising team comprising not only Rotary members from Somerset and Dorset, but also Lions and Round Table members, bringing new ideas and enthusiasm to face the challenges of a post-Covid world. This team is focussing on working with local businesses and suppliers and on environmental sustainability.
The show will continue to distribute all excess income to local charities through its own charity, Sherborne Classic Car CIO (Charity Incorporated Organisation) and since the event is run entirely by volunteers, we are able to keep our costs down and maximise charity funding. The main beneficiary of this year’s show will be Children’s Hospice South West.
